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Robert Half Assistant Controller in Lexington, Kentucky

Description A well-respected company is looking for a success-driven Assistant Controller with the help of Robert Half. This Assistant Controller position consists of regulating the day-to-day of the accounting staff and providing updates to the Controller. An Assistant Controller position has opened up with one of our clients. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter with a demonstrated history of resolving problems after identifying issues. Qualified candidates should apply as soon as possible! This permanent employment opportunity is based in the Lexington, Kentucky area.

Your responsibilities in this role

  • Sophisticated preparation and coordination of fiscal year-end audits

  • Participate with the preparation of GAAP financial statements, including budgeting and forecasting

  • Other duties when requested

  • Advance to ensure a competent, trained staff through development, goal setting, and regular assessment

  • Prepare a variety of technical accounting analyses, policies, and procedures

  • Specify and generate process improvements to streamline reporting and improve team efficiency

  • Establish relevant and timely reports on financial data analytics like the monthly flash report, key financial metrics, and actual spend against budgets/outlook

  • Inspect and make Ad Hoc financial reports

  • Support the accounting team during the closing process to confirm deadlines are met

  • Backfill for Controller when necessary

  • Foster accountability and the meeting of deliverables

  • Support implementation and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures

  • Warrant regular account reconciliation to completion Requirements - Internal Control experience

  • Demonstrated knowledge of Prepare Financial Reports

  • Adeptness in financial reconciliation

  • Budget forecasting experience preferred

  • Financial reporting experience

  • Expertise in cost analysis

  • Solid understanding of month end closings

  • Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

    • Proficient in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
  • 5+ years of general ledger accounting experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

  • Excellent written, verbal and social communication skills highly desired

  • Accomplished in analytical, quantitative and social skills

    • Remarkable accounting experience, including as a Bookkeeper preferred
  • CPA certification a plus

  • Ability to multitask effectively

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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